So much for being a true conservative

8:04 AM,
Jun. 13, 2014

Written by

John Stoeger
Post-Crescent Community Columnist

Driving down Ballard Road in Appleton, I happened to catch the eye of the driver of the Smart car next to me, only to realize that it was my good friend and conservative advice columnist. Dr. I.B. Blunt.

Without a hint of recognition, he sped away and it was then that I noticed the Burke sticker affixed to his rear bumper. Curiosity aroused, I followed my (apparently formerly conservative) friend to his palatial estate and snuck in before the security gate closed.

At first, Blunt seemed embarrassed by my discovery of his switch to the dark side, but I was raised to welcome diversity and accept ...